Minnesota Bound Podcast - MN Bound Podcast

Minnesota Bound is more than just a hunting or fishing program. We find characters that have a story to tell. We seek out destinations and explore out what makes them special. We share the love of outdoors and those that enjoy it.

Off To The Deer Stand...

Minnesota's deer hunting season has begun, and Bill connects with one of our state's most passionate and knowledgeable hunters. We share stories from the stand and learn how Bill Worth dialed in his deer hunting skills.    Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)

09-19
41:05

Roger UP!

Zach Johnson is a Veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and the founder of Roger Up!, a nonprofit organization serving veterans and first responders by connecting those in need to healing experiences in the great outdoors.  Listen to Zach's inspirational and brave story of his time served in the Marine Corps that led him to start Roger UP!   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)

09-12
56:06

A Love of All Things Wild and Native

Native prairie guru Pete Berthelsen reveals how a modest habitat job at Pheasants Forever led to a big life change and how his dream of managing a prairie led to visits to the White House!   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)

09-05
53:17

Live From The State Fair

Join Bill Sherck as he podcasts live from the fair with some curious state fair guests!   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)

08-29
46:30

A Train To Nowhere Goes Somewhere...

The Minnesota Bound crew heads way north into the Ontario wilderness aboard Canada's VIA Rail train, where they run into real adventure at a remote destination called Do North Lodge   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)

08-22
48:12

The Music of MNBound

The story behind the Minnesota Bound theme music. Ron Schara talks with Minnesota Bound music composer Dale Menten   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)

08-15
14:04

Minnesota Bound at The MN. State Fair

It's August!... And that means the Great MN. Get Together is approaching! The MN. The State Fair starts on August 21st and runs through Labor Day. Get Ready...since MN. Bound is celebrating 30 years on the air this summer, and we have lots of fun things planned at our MN Bound cabin in the Northwoods, 1500 Cooper Street. Laura Schara catches up with MN. Bound Producer, Kelly Jo McDonnell, who also runs the State Fair Operations. Get the scoop on new products and fun 30-year activities we're planning at the fair this year!    Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)

08-08
34:31

Favorite MN Bound Stories Over 30 years

Minnesota Bound is celebrating 30 years of outdoor storytelling.  Ron Schara chats with Laura Schara about some of his favorite stories over the decades...   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)

08-01
49:46

Regal Beagle

Bill Sherck sits down with Caleb Corona, the founder of Regal Beagle Fly Fishing. From casting lines in Tennessee creeks with his “PawPaw” to navigating drift boats through rugged waters, Caleb shares his journey into the world of fly fishing and much more!   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)  

07-18
52:44

Shelter and Storm, at Home in the Driftless

Following a childhood spent hiking, camping, fishing, and foraging in Michigan, author Tamara Dean set out to live lightly on the land in Wisconsin's Driftless region. In her new book, Shelter and Storm: At Home in the Driftless, she shares twelve true tales of discovery about the natural world based on her experiences there.   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)

07-11
57:45

RipaLip University

Ron Schara talks with David Janiszewski, owner of RipaLip University, a learning app for marine electronics. It's all about the latest and greatest with fishing electronics AND how to set them up, which is half the battle!   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & North Dakota Tourism (https://www.helloND.com/)

07-03
37:24

The Big Itch!

How much do you know about Minnesota's "scratchiest" plant?  Bill Sherck shares the tale of Poison Ivy and its history here in the Midwest! And yes, it does have a positive impact on our environment!   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/), Star Bank (star.bank/), & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/)  

06-27
38:28

Throwback Baits

Kyle Bucholz,  a passionate angler and founder behind Throw Back Baits, catches up with Laura Schara, sharing his story on how this vintage-style bait brand got its unique start. Learn about the art and entrepreneurship behind crafting lures that hook BIG fish.    Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) 

06-20
01:02:39

Saving Turtle Species with AI

Over 60% of turtle species are endangered or threatened, and road mortality is a significant contributor. We chat with the founders, Kelly Olson and Katie O'Halloran, of TurtlTracker.  A scalable app and social platform powered by AI, enabling anyone with a phone and a heart for the environment to contribute accurate data.   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) 

06-06
51:01

The Life of Boomer and Earl

*Character Alert*  A bonafide gunslinger doubles as a firefighter.  Earl Watters fights wildfires flying a Chinook Ch-47 named Boomer.   Earl just put in 12 tough days working to suppress the Minnesota fires. Earl talks about his unique job and the challenges that come with life on the road, fighting forest fires. He also talks about his time off the clock gunslinging too.    Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) 

05-30
49:09

Celebrating 90 Years at Totem Lodge

Summer is right around the corner, and Totem Lodge is celebrating their 90th season in operation. 90 years for any business is impressive, but for the fishing lodge industry, it's a milestone. Ron chats with Eric Brown Sr.    Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) 

05-23
29:06

Stories from a Minnesota Bound Photojournalist

Photojournalist Pete Hermann-Franzen shares his favourite stories from the field as the guy who documents Minnesota Bound stories, all four seasons of the year!    Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) 

05-16
52:03

South Dakota Turkey Hunt RE-cap and Minnesota Fishing Opener

Ron Schara and Laura Schara tell tales from their recent South Dakota turkey hunt, plus Ron shares a few favorite fishing opener memories and fishing haunts in MN.   Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) 

05-09
54:03

Building Minnesota's New Outdoor Shop Legacy!

Steve Schreader just opened Minnesota's new, local gear shop.  His vision?  To carry on a 50-year legacy started by Midwest Mountaineering.  Find out why small, local outdoor stores matter....    Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) & Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) 

05-02
54:46

Chasing Wildflowers

Author Phyllis Root and photographer Kelly Povo chronicle the ten years they spent exploring Minnesota’s woods, prairies, hillsides, lakes, and bogs for wildflowers, taking pictures and notes, gathering clues, and mapping the way for fellow flower hunters.  We chat with Phyllis and Kelly about their new book: Chasing Wildflowers: An Adventurous Guide to Finding Minnesota's Native Flowers in Their Unique Habitats.     Presented by Kinetico (kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (explorealex.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (mnmasoniccharities.org/)

04-25
55:55

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